Surgical Technologist - Surgical Oncology

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $31 - $46

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. The role primarily functions in the scrub position and is responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The technologist applies sterile and aseptic technique, adapts to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting, and uses knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team.

Candidates may be considered for placement as either a Surgical Technologist or Advanced Surgical Technologist based on experience, specialty training, and qualifications. The Advanced Surgical Technologist supports complex procedures, manages advanced specialty instrumentation, and contributes to protocol development and workflow optimization. Qualified applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance of campus to meet the 45-minute on-call requirement.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.
• Current BLS certification upon hire from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Certification in Surgical Technology from NBSTSA within one year of hire and maintained thereafter, except for the specified Mayo Clinic in Arizona hires before 11/20/2024.
• Advanced Surgical Technologist candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of independent scrubbing experience.
• Advanced Surgical Technologist candidates must independently support advanced procedures in cardiac, transplant, neurosurgery, or vascular, or be cross-trained to work independently in three or more specialties outside those advanced areas.
• Must live within a reasonable driving distance to campus to meet the 45-minute on-call requirement.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of surgical technologist experience.
• Experience scrubbing Whipple/pancreatic cases.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of an RN and in collaboration with the surgeon.
• Function primarily in the scrub role.
• Select, prepare, and maintain instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
• Apply sterile and aseptic technique and adapt to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting.
• Use knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team.
• For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, independently support advanced procedures in cardiac, transplant, neurosurgery, or vascular specialties, or work independently across three or more other specialties.
• Manage and maintain advanced specialty instrumentation and equipment.
• Contribute to protocol and workflow development for new procedures and technologies.
• Be prepared to respond to emergencies using quick thinking, adaptability, and emergency protocols.
• Meet on-call expectations, including the requirement to live within a reasonable driving distance of campus.

Benefits

• Medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed